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Who is Dr. Hartnick, Pediatric Otolaryngologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Christopher Hartnick, MD is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. He is board certified. Dr. Hartnick graduated from Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL and completed his residency at A Einstein College M Yeshiva University. Dr. Hartnick is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hartnick’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hartnick’s office at (617) 573-3190.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Hartnick?
Dr. Christopher Hartnick, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Otolaryngologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Hartnick empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Airway Disorders, Swallowing Disorders, Voice Disorders, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boston/MA community, Dr. Hartnick is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Hartnick go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: A Einstein College M Yeshiva University | Medical University of South Carolina Program
Medical School: Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL
Is Dr. Hartnick board certified as a Pediatric Otolaryngologist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Hartnick, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Hartnick speak?
Dr. Hartnick and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Hartnick treat?
As a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, Dr. Hartnick diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Hartnick. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Other Eustachian Tube Problems
- Ear Disorder
- Eustachian Tube Disorders
- Ear Tube Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6983: Other specified disorders of Eustachian tube, bilateral
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
- Breathing Pauses During Sleep
- Snoring Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
- G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Stomach Contents in Voice Box
- Foreign Bodies
- Aspiration of Stomach Contents
- Gastric Aspiration
- Stomach Acid in Larynx
ICD-10 Codes:
- T17318A: Gastric contents in larynx causing other injury, initial encounter
- T17318D: Gastric contents in larynx causing other injury, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Stridor
- Breathing Problems
- High-pitched breathing sound
- Wheezing (harsh)
- Noisy breathing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R061: Stridor
Also known as:
- Nose and Sinus Disorder
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Nasal problems
- Sinus problems
- Nose and sinus conditions
ICD-10 Codes:
- J3489: Other specified disorders of nose and nasal sinuses
Also known as:
- Eustachian Tube Disorder
- Ear Disorder
- Eustachian Tube Problem
- Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
- Bilateral Eustachian Tube Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6993: Unspecified Eustachian tube disorder, bilateral
Also known as:
- Tongue-Tie
- Birth Defects
- Tongue Disorder
- Ankyloglossia
- Short Lingual Frenulum
- Tied Tongue
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q381: Ankyloglossia
Also known as:
- Neck Lump or Swelling
- Neck Mass
- Bump on Neck
- Neck Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- R221: Localized swelling, mass and lump, neck
Also known as:
- Tonsillitis
- Inflamed Tonsils
- Tonsil Infection
- Sore Tonsils
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0390: Acute tonsillitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral
Also known as:
- Nosebleed
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Epistaxis
- Bleeding nose
- Nasal hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- R040: Epistaxis
Also known as:
- Hoarseness or Voice Changes
- Voice Disorder
- Hoarse voice
- Raspy voice
- Vocal cord dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- R490: Dysphonia
Also known as:
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Infection
- Otitis media
- Ear infection
- Non-pus forming ear infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- H65193: Other acute nonsuppurative otitis media, bilateral
Also known as:
- Enlarged Adenoids
- Adenoids
- Adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen adenoids
- Big adenoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids
Also known as:
- Having a Tracheostomy
- Tracheal Disorder
- Trach tube
- Tracheotomy
- Tracheal opening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z930: Tracheostomy status
Also known as:
- Throat Birth Defects
- Birth Defects
- Throat Disorder
- Congenital Throat Abnormalities
- Pharyngeal Malformations
- Throat Development Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q388: Other congenital malformations of pharynx
Also known as:
- Larynx Narrowing
- Throat Disorder
- Laryngeal stenosis
- Narrowed voice box
- Airway narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- J386: Stenosis of larynx
Also known as:
- Croup
- Throat Disorder
- Acute Laryngitis
- Laryngotracheobronchitis
- Barking Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]
What procedures does Dr. Hartnick perform?
As a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, Dr. Hartnick performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Hartnick. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Ear Tube Insertion (General Anesthesia)
- Anesthesia
- Tympanostomy with Tubes
- Myringotomy with Tube Placement
- Ventilating Tube Insertion (Ear)
CPT Codes:
- 69436: Tympanostomy (requiring insertion of ventilating tube), general anesthesia
Also known as:
- Adenoid Removal for Children
- Pediatric Adenoidectomy
- Adenoid Surgery for Kids
- Removal of Adenoids
CPT Codes:
- 42830: Adenoidectomy, primary; younger than age 12
Also known as:
- Tonsil and Adenoid Removal (Children)
- Pediatric Tonsillectomy
- Adenoidectomy for Kids
- T&A Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 42820: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; younger than age 12
Also known as:
- Tonsil Removal for Children Under 12
- Pediatric Tonsillectomy
- Child Tonsil Surgery
- Tonsillectomy for Kids
CPT Codes:
- 42825: Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary; younger than age 12
Also known as:
- Tongue Tie Release (Frenotomy)
- Lingual Frenectomy
- Frenotomy
- Tongue-Tie Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 41010: Incision of lingual frenum (frenotomy)
Also known as:
- Drug-Induced Sleep Endoscopy (DISE)
- DISE Procedure
- Sleep Apnea Endoscopy
- Flexible Sleep Endoscopy
- Upper Airway Endoscopy for Sleep Apnea
CPT Codes:
- 42975: Drug-induced sleep endoscopy, with dynamic evaluation of velum, pharynx, tongue base, and larynx for evaluation of sleep-disordered breathing, flexible, diagnostic
Also known as:
- Direct Laryngoscopy with Microscope
- Direct Laryngoscopy
- Voice Box Exam
- Larynx Scope
- Tracheoscopy
- Throat Scope
- Larynx Examination
CPT Codes:
- 31526: Laryngoscopy direct, with or without tracheoscopy; diagnostic, with operating microscope or telescope
- 31525: Laryngoscopy direct, with or without tracheoscopy; diagnostic, except newborn
Also known as:
- Flexible Diagnostic Laryngoscopy
- Voice Box Exam
- Flexible Laryngoscope
- Throat Scope
- Diagnostic Throat Exam
CPT Codes:
- 31575: Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Bronchoscopy with Cell Washing
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Lung Scope with Cell Sample
- Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Flexible Bronchoscopy with Fluoroscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31622: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; diagnostic, with cell washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Vocal Cord Injection with Scope
- Direct laryngoscopy with injection
- Vocal cord augmentation
- Voice box injection
CPT Codes:
- 31571: Laryngoscopy, direct, with injection into vocal cord(s), therapeutic; with operating microscope or telescope
Also known as:
- Larynx Surgery with Microscope (Vocal Cord/Tumor Removal)
- Direct Laryngoscopy with Excision
- Vocal Cord Stripping
- Epiglottis Tumor Removal
CPT Codes:
- 31541: Laryngoscopy, direct, operative, with excision of tumor and/or stripping of vocal cords or epiglottis; with operating microscope or telescope
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Does Dr. Hartnick accept my insurance?
Dr. Hartnick accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 573-3190 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hartnick accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Hartnick in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Independence Blue Cross
State of Maine
State of Nevada
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Where is Dr. Hartnick's office located?
Dr. Christopher Hartnick's Primary Practice
243 Charles St
Boston, MA 02114
(617) 573-3190
What is Dr. Hartnick's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hartnick's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972593242.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hartnick?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hartnick
What is Dr. Christopher Hartnick's specialty?
Dr. Hartnick is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist near Boston, MA. A pediatric otolaryngologist specializes in managing infants and children with congenital and acquired conditions of the aerodigestive tract, nose, sinuses, ears, and other head and neck areas. They have expertise in diagnosing and treating childhood disorders related to voice, speech, language, and hearing. Contact Dr. Hartnick to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Hartnick affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Hartnick is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Massachusetts Eye and Ear. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Christopher Hartnick accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Hartnick is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Hartnick offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hartnick's office at (617) 573-3190 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Hartnick?
Please contact Dr. Hartnick's office at (617) 573-3190 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Hartnick have?
Dr. Christopher Hartnick is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
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